SVCO SCLC — SCE Medical Oncology MCQ
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Correct answer: D — Start systemic chemotherapy urgently — SCLC is chemosensitive and often produces rapid SVCO resolution; stenting reserved for severe symptoms or unknown histology
SCLC SVCO: chemo is definitive (chemosensitive, rapid response). SVC stenting: severe/life-threatening symptoms, unknown histology, or chemo-resistant tumours. Dexamethasone 16mg/day bridges symptoms.
Reference: ESMO Oncological Emergencies; NICE NG122